Traditional foods, like bone broth, kefir, and ferments, are typically made in large batches for families. But what if it’s just you (or you and your partner)? Watch, listen, or read for my 5 tips for traditional cooking for one (or two!) so you can eat Real Food with less work and less waste! [by Wardee Harmon]
How To Skim Cream… The Best Way! #AskWardee 114
What’s the BEST way to skim cream off whole, raw milk so you can use it in your coffee or to make cultured butter or sour cream? It’s got to be simple, mess-free, and can’t require any special tools, either. I’ve got the answer for you… watch, listen or read to find out! [by Wardee Harmon]
Really??? Discard Half My Starter At Each Feeding? #AskWardee 113
When creating a sourdough starter from scratch, my advice is to feed twice daily… each time, discarding HALF the volume just before you feed. Yet, some find this wasteful. Watch, listen, or read to learn why you’re actually being frugal when you discard half your starter at each feeding! [by Wardee Harmon]
Is The New Ultragrain White Whole Wheat Healthy? #AskWardee 112
There’s a new “whole wheat” on the block: ultragrain white whole wheat. Heard of it? Neither had I until Sarah asked if the hard white wheat she loves to use is the same as this new wheat. Is ultragrain white whole wheat healthy? Should you use it for sourdough recipes? Watch, listen, or read to find out! [by Wardee Harmon]
What To Do With Over-Fermented Kefir? #AskWardee 111
Uh oh, your kefir separated or got too strong. What to do with over-fermented kefir? Should you throw it in the trash? Watch, listen, or read to learn my 9 uses for over-soured kefir! [by Wardee Harmon]
Does Sourdough Bread Get Moldy? +Troubleshooting Dense Sourdough Bread #AskWardee 110
After just 3 days, Julie P. found herself with dense and molded bread and asked, “Does sourdough get moldy that quickly?!” Watch, listen, or read while I troubleshoot these sourdough problems and share my tips for baking light loaves, starter care, and how to succeed at my No-Knead Einkorn Sourdough Bread recipe! [by Wardee Harmon]
Can You Flavor Ferments With Essential Oils? #AskWardee 109
If you enjoy using essential oils in cooking, you may have wondered if you can flavor ferments with essential oils. Is it safe? Will it affect the fermentation process? Watch, listen, or read to learn my answer (you might be surprised)! [by Wardee Harmon]
Top 5 Essential Oils For Cooking (+ how to use them!) #AskWardee 108
Just a drop or less of an essential oil can add tons of flavor (and health benefits) to your raw or cooked dishes! Which oils should you start with? And, how do you use them? Watch, listen, or read to learn the top 5 essential oils for cooking, plus how to use them! [by Wardee Harmon]
Which Stevia Is Best — Brand? Liquid v. Powder? #AskWardee 107
You want to cut back on sugar so you decide to switch to stevia, the sweet-tasting herb with no calories and no glycemic impact. But, which stevia is best? Should you use liquid or powder? And what brand? Watch, listen, or read to learn how to choose the least processed, best-tasting stevia! [by Wardee Harmon]
